Sankri - Khairagarh, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Sankri is a village situated in the Khairagarh tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from Khairagarh and around 64 km from Rajnandgaon. Gatapar Jangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankri is 440304. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.17 hectares and falls under the 491881 pincode. Khairagarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sankri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankri
According to the 2011 Census, Sankri village had a total population of 346 people, including 156 males and 190 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,218 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.32%, with male literacy at 79.58% and female literacy at 58.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 302.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 156 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 14 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 138 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 113 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 43 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Sankri
Sankri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankri
Sankri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khairagarh to Sankri is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Sankri is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankri
Where is Sankri located?
Sankri village is located in Khairagarh Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankri is Gatapar Jangal.
What is the pincode of Sankri?
The pincode of Sankri is 491881.
What is the population of Sankri?
Sankri had a total population of 346, including 156 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Sankri?
Sankri had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankri was 68.32%. Male literacy was 79.58% and female literacy was 58.39%.